Simon & Garfunkel Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

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Simon & Garfunkel – The Sound of Silence (from The Concert in Central Park)

It’s a song whose guitar tone seems to speak out of the silence, and whose crystal-clear harmonies—possible only because it’s a duo—sink deep into the heart.

It’s an immortal masterpiece by the quintessential American duo Simon & Garfunkel.

After first being released as an acoustic track, it was later enhanced with a band arrangement and reached No.

1 in the U.

S.

in January 1966.

Many may also remember it as a defining song of the 1967 film The Graduate.

Its profound theme—a warning about a society where people fail to connect and communication is lost—cuts sharply into the listener precisely because it’s delivered on such a beautiful melody.

On a quiet night when you want to reflect, why not listen closely and let it wash over you?

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Simon & Garfunkel – Bridge over Troubled Water (from The Concert in Central Park)

A song distinguished by a breathtakingly beautiful melody that brings tears to your eyes and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

Known as one of Simon & Garfunkel’s signature works, it was released in January 1970 and won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year that same year.

With a warm, gospel-influenced arrangement and Art Garfunkel’s pure, translucent vocals, it echoes gently, as if staying close to your heart.

Cherished by many as an anthem encouraging those striving to overcome difficult times, it remains a timeless classic.

Why not think of someone dear to you and let yourself sink into the relaxed tempo as you sing along?

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Simon & Garfunkel – Leaves That Are Green

This is a classic folk-rock song that evokes the ambience of autumn.

Through the image of leaves changing from green to brown, it expresses the passage of time and the fading of youth.

Simon & Garfunkel’s clear, beautiful harmonies and the melancholic lyrics resonate deeply.

Included on the 1966 album “Sounds of Silence,” the song was written by Paul Simon when he was 21.

Its light, distinctive electric harpsichord tones make it perfect for an autumn evening.

It’s recommended for those who, while sensing the transience of life, want to welcome the start of a new season with a positive outlook.

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Simon & Garfunkel – Scarborough Fair/Canticle (Audio)

“Scarborough Fair” is originally a traditional English folk song, and it became known worldwide when Simon & Garfunkel covered it in 1966.

The album that features the song, “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme,” reached No.

4 on the U.

S.

album chart.

The beautiful tones of the acoustic guitar and the wistful sound capture a distinctly British sense of melancholy.

Why not try practicing it as part of your lullaby repertoire?

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Simon & Garfunkel – The Boxer (Audio)

This song is a single released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1969.

It is sometimes said to be a jab at Bob Dylan.

Paul Simon has denied this rumor, but Bob Dylan himself covered the song on his 1970 album Self Portrait.

In any case, this track is very soothing to listen to.

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Bridge Over Troubled Water (Simon and Garfunkel cover)

Simon & Garfunkel were a folk-rock duo who enjoyed enormous popularity in the United States during the 1960s.

Among the masterpieces they left behind, one song resonates especially deeply—a ballad that sings of hope in overcoming troubled times.

It blends a majestic, gospel-infused sound with lyrics that evoke profound empathy.

Paul Simon described it as a song that “suddenly came from nowhere,” a testament to its inspired origin.

Its chord progression is approachable even for beginners, so give piano-and-vocal performance a try.

The comforting vocals and piano tones are sure to soothe listeners’ hearts.

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Simon & Garfunkel – April Come She Will (from The Concert in Central Park)

Simon & Garfunkel, the musical duo that was hugely popular in Japan as well.

They were a group that thrived in the 1960s and are also known as artists who helped create the folk boom.

A hidden gem by them that’s perfect for spring is April Come She Will.

While it’s reasonably well-known in the English-speaking world, its recognition is low in Japan, so I wanted to highlight it.

Its soothing, calm folk sound matches the image of spring and makes for a beautiful piece.